Known for its natural look, this compact, durable material drains well and holds up in high-traffic areas. Made from crushed and weathered granite down to a mix of fine gravel and sand—best for patios, paths, driveways, and landscape projects. Can range in color from light brown and tan to reddish and gray, depending on the natural stone color in the region.
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Decomposed Granite
Known for its natural look, this compact, durable material drains well and holds up in high-traffic areas. Made from crushed and weathered granite down to a mix of fine gravel and sand—best for patios, paths, driveways, and landscape projects. Can range in color from light brown and tan to reddish and gray, depending on the natural stone color in the region.
Walkway Gravel
A smaller ⅜” crushed stone that is great for paths, patios, and garden walkways. Comfortable under foot thanks to its smaller size, and creates a beautiful garden-like atmosphere.
Road Base
(Class 5 | ABC | Crusher Run) A mixture of crushed limestone or granite, gravel, and sand, ranging from 1 ½” in size down to fines (small particles). Commonly used for constructing roads, driveway bases, parking lots, and other paved and unpaved surfaces. Intended to be compacted, hence the inclusion of fines within the material to provide support and be resistant to erosion and shifting.
Driveway Gravel
A ¾”-1” clean, crushed stone ideal for rejuvenating worn down gravel driveways, or for installing a fresh new driveway on your property. Aesthetically pleasing and functional!
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Why Los Alamitos Homeowners Choose Hello Gravel
Los Alamitos has a population of 21,592 and sits inside a metro area of 2.5+ million residents. With steady growth of 0.70% annually, homeowners and local contractors are increasingly updating yards, driveways, and drainage systems. The local climate—about 228 sunny days per year and an annual rainfall of 34.25 inches in hardiness zone 8b—favors drought-tolerant landscaping but also requires reliable runoff management after seasonal storms. That combination drives demand for quality aggregates: properly graded gravel helps control erosion, improve infiltration, and create low-maintenance surfaces suited to both small urban lots and larger suburban properties. Homeowners look for the right size, texture, and delivery timing because the wrong gravel can compact, hold water, or shift under use.Popular Projects in Los Alamitos This Season
- Gravel Driveway Resurfacing12 tons
- Gravel Garden Pathways3 tons
- Gravel Patio Base6 tons
- Gravel Drainage Trench4 tons
- Gravel Xeriscape Front Yard8 tons
Los Alamitos Quick Facts
- 📍 Location: West California
- 🏘️ Population: 21,592
- 🏡 Metro Area: 2.5+ million
- 🌧️ Annual Rainfall: 34.25 inches
- ☀️ Sunny Days: 228/year
- 🌡️ Hardiness Zone: 8b
- 🏗️ Growth Rate: 0.70% annually
- 🚛 Delivery Coverage: Citywide delivery available
Best Times for Los Alamitos Projects
- Oct–Nov: Stable Fall Temps
- Feb–Apr: Ideal Moisture Levels
- May–Sept: High Heat Caution
- Dec–Jan: Heavy Rain Risk
Summer Tip: Choose angular, well-graded 3/4" gravel for driveways and drainage in Los Alamitos; pair it with geotextile fabric and an edge restraint to reduce migration and speed installation.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Los Alamitos gravel Delivery
Everything you need to know about gravel delivery in Los Alamitos.
Buying bulk by the ton and having it delivered by dump truck is usually the most cost-effective option in Los Alamitos. Hello Gravel connects you with local suppliers and haulers so you avoid the higher per-bag price at retail stores. Ordering only the amount you need (use our calculator) and choosing standard delivery windows helps keep costs down.
For walkways in Los Alamitos, 3/4" crushed stone or decomposed granite compacted into a firm base are common choices because they drain well and stay stable. Pea gravel is attractive but can shift underfoot, so it works better with edging and a compacted sub-base. Consider local soil and slopes; we can help you pick a size that suits your yard and climate.
Prices vary by material and season, but in Southern California delivered gravel commonly ranges from about $50 to $100 per ton. A typical tri-axle dump truck carries roughly 8 to 12 tons, so a full truckload often runs in the several-hundred to low-thousand dollar range. For an exact price for Los Alamitos, request a quote through Hello Gravel so we can price the specific material and delivery.
Approximate amounts depend on depth: at 2" depth you need about 6.2 cubic yards (~8.6 tons), at 3" about 9.3 cubic yards (~13.0 tons), and at 4" about 12.3 cubic yards (~17.3 tons). These are estimates—local material density can change tonnage slightly. Use our calculator or contact us with your exact dimensions for a tailored estimate.
A 50 lb bag of gravel is roughly 0.018 cubic yards and will cover about 5.8 square feet at 1" depth. At 2" depth the same bag covers about 2.9 square feet. Coverage can vary with stone size and how tightly the material is compacted.
Materials called crushed gravel with fines (often sold as crusher run or road base) compact very firm and are used for driveways and bases, but they are not the same as concrete. For a surface that behaves more like concrete, you can use stabilized gravel mixes (polymer- or cement-stabilized) or add a concrete topping. Talk to us if you need a loadout suited to heavy vehicle traffic or a hardened finish in Los Alamitos.
Decorative gravel (pea gravel, river rock) is washed, often rounded, and sized for appearance and drainage. Base gravel (crusher run, Class 2 road base) contains angular particles and fines designed to lock together and compact for structural support. Choose decorative for aesthetics and base gravel for driveways, paths, or under pavers.
You can, but preparation improves long-term performance: remove vegetation, grade and compact the soil, install edging, and consider a geotextile fabric to limit mixing. For paths use 2" to 3" of gravel over a compacted base; for driveways plan on 4" to 6" of compacted base material. Local clay pockets and occasional heavy rains mean good compaction and drainage are important in Los Alamitos.
Gravel is popular in Los Alamitos because it is drought-tolerant, low-maintenance, and fits xeriscape styles common in Southern California. It reduces watering needs and resists decomposition, but it can increase soil temperature and makes adding organic matter harder. Use weed fabric under gravel and apply the correct depth to balance weed control and aesthetics.
Start by defining the use: drainage, walkway, driveway, or decorative bed. Then pick size (smaller, angular for compaction; rounded and uniform for aesthetics), color to match your home, and check HOA or city rules. Order a sample or a small test load through Hello Gravel to confirm appearance and behavior before buying large quantities.
Common downsides include shifting and migration, tracking into the house, weed growth through the surface, and heat retention in summer. Gravel is also not ideal for play areas or high-traffic pedestrian spots without proper edging and compaction. Regular maintenance—raking, topping up, and weed control—keeps gravel looking good over time.
Standard delivery is scheduled at least 2 business days out, and next-day delivery is available for orders placed before noon CST for an extra fee. Hello Gravel's minimum order is 3 tons, and deliveries are made by contracted dump truck fleets. You can choose a delivery date at checkout and request tailgate spreading, but drivers perform spreading at their discretion.
Many national and regional suppliers operate in the Los Alamitos/Orange County area and maintain websites where you can check availability. Hello Gravel focuses on local sourcing and handles coordination with trusted suppliers and haulers, so we can provide quotes and delivery options from nearby vendors. If you prefer a specific supplier, let us know and we will try to match your request.
As of today, we require 2 business days for delivery.
Use our material calculator here: https://hellogravel.com/calculator/ to enter the length, width and depth measurements of your project. It will automatically calculate the cubic yards/tons needed. If you are unsure how much to order, contact our team for guidance.
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The material will be delivered via dump truck. If your order is under 20 tons, then it will likely be just one dump truck load. If your order is more than 20 tons, it will be more than one dump truck load.
Absolutely! Try our aggregate quiz here: https://hellogravel.com/aggregate-quiz/ Alternatively,you can call us, chat with us (box in the bottom right corner of the website), or email us!
We cannot get out of the truck and manually spread it. However, depending on the location, safety, and comfortability of the driver – we may be able to tailgate spread your material. This involves pulling the truck forward as material is being dumped to make it easier for you to distribute material after delivery.
The minimum order size is 3 tons.
Hassle Free! Our goal is to make the buying process for gravel and other aggregates as easy and seamless as possible. Enter your zip code on our site, select how much material you need (see below FAQ’s to determine order size), select the date and time frame you would like your material delivered at Checkout, and place your order with any major credit card. After the order is placed our in-house support team will contact you to confirm the details. We will send additional confirmations on the day before and the day of delivery. On delivery day, a dump truck will arrive to dump the materials at your specified location. We request that you have someone available to accept the delivery so that we can make sure to dump it in the correct location. That’s it!
No, because we are a national supplier, we utilize our existing network of suppliers across the country. Therefore, the materials will likely be delivered from a contracted trucking company.
We specialize in making the aggregate buying process as easy and seamless as possible by managing the process from end to end. We have a network of suppliers that we source the materials from where we have negotiated rates. However, we do charge a markup and because of this you may be able to find the materials cheaper on your own. But if you want a hassle free experience, then we are for you!
Please fill out the Quote Request form and we will work up a quote for you! https://hellogravel.com/quote-form/
Although uncommon, due to regional sourcing, the type and color of our materials may vary somewhat from the images on our website, reflecting the unique geological offerings of your area. Please communicate any specifications you desire to our team so we can consider them during the sourcing process.
Please contact our customer service team promptly if you experience any delivery or product quality issues. We will work to resolve them satisfactorily.
We are headquartered in New Orleans, LA. However, we have a network of suppliers across the country from which we provide the materials.
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